Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 80.5%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 79.8%
- Retention Rate
- 88.7%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $70,783
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $25,000
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 8:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 73.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $265/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dentistry. | Master | $174,023 | |
| Advanced/Graduate Dentistry and Oral Sciences. | Master | $122,038 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Certificate | $114,892 | |
| International Business. | Master | $109,763 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | $108,649 | |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master | $92,243 | $65,361 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $88,904 | $46,053 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master | $85,391 | $107,293 |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Doctoral | $78,343 | $61,500 |
| Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor | $73,446 | |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Master | $71,015 | |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Doctoral | $70,680 | $41,000 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $70,253 | $54,500 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor | $67,660 | $25,029 |
| Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering. | Bachelor | $66,941 | $26,421 |
Outcomes Overview
SLU graduates earn a median of $70,783 ten years after graduation, creating a manageable debt-to-earnings ratio with typical debt of $25,000. Monthly loan payments of $265 represent roughly 4.5% of gross income for median earners. The 73% loan repayment rate suggests most graduates handle their obligations successfully. Strong alumni networks in healthcare, aerospace, and sports broadcasting reflect the university's well-known programs in medicine, aviation, and communications. Notable graduates include NASA flight director Gene Kranz and sportscaster Bob Costas. The 95% employment rate demonstrates solid career preparation. With reasonable debt levels and competitive earnings potential, especially for pre-med and aviation students, SLU offers a strong return on investment.